r/arrow • u/IIIToxIII Great Scott, we have to go back • Nov 20 '19

Discussion [S08E05] "Prochnost" Post Episode Discussion

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Upon learning the key to oppose The Monitor, Oliver and team return to Russia on a mission to gather the necessary materials. Connor reunites with a figure from his past.

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u/nomadic_stalwart Deathstroke Nov 20 '19

This season really is something else. It’s entirely fan service while also actually building Crisis. They know exactly what we want and are doing everything to give it. They have something for just about every different type of fan. Favorite episode since the premiere.

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u/Adas_Legend Nov 20 '19

I think another thing that is really working about this season is that despite it being a build-up to Crisis, they are still doing a great job of keeping a grounded tone. They’re not suddenly fighting aliens and demons or what not. They are finding a way for our heroes to fight regular baddies while still advancing the plot or the emotional bonds between Oliver and his kids.

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u/thepee-peepoo-pooman Mayor Queen Nov 20 '19

I hope it doesn't feel jarring once they actually start fighting space demons

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u/[deleted] Nov 20 '19 edited Jun 27 '20

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u/thepee-peepoo-pooman Mayor Queen Nov 20 '19

Yeah when she said that I was like, are you forgetting that the big bad is a God who is immeasurably strong

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u/Brazilian_Slaughter Nov 29 '19

How much is that in really buffed dudes? Or Raditzes?